2003 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1971 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1971 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | BMW | Triumph |
| Model | 325 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
